60 Years of Timeless Elegance at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort
The legendary Oʻahu hotel celebrates its diamond anniversary this year.
In January 1964 the Kāhala Hotel & Resort opened on prime beach front on Oʻahu’s south shore. Its elegant and grand design was inspired by the great homes of the Hawaiian monarchy. It was to be just far enough from Waikïkï to establish an air of exclusivity and privacy, yet close enough that their future guests could venture there for shopping and entertainment if they so chose.
Six decades later, the Kāhala Hotel & Resort remains a symbol of luxury, hosting dozens of illustrious guests, from Hollywood stars to heads of state.
Photo: Courtesy of The Kahala Hotel.
This year it celebrates its 60th Diamond Anniversary—themed “Where Diamond Luxury Meets Timeless Aloha”—with room packages, wedding offers and exclusive promotions throughout 2024.
The exclusive Anniversary Package—available to guests who book to stay in 2024—includes daily breakfast for two, daily $60 resort credit, and a commemorative 60th anniversary tote bag and keychain.
“Throughout the past 60 years, The Kāhala has been an enduring symbol of luxury, warmth and gracious hospitality,” said Joe Ibarra, general manager of The Kāhala Hotel & Resort and vice president of Resort trust Hawai‘i. “Our Diamond Anniversary is a testament to our continuing commitment to our guests, community, and the promise of many more years of unparalleled experiences.”
Photo: Courtesy of The Kahala Hotel.
Here are some fun facts about the resort:
- Every U.S. president from Lyndon Johnson to George W. Bush has stayed at the resort. Hawaiʻi-born President Barack Obama stays at a private residence when he returns to Honolulu, where he grew up, although he has enjoyed dining at Hōkū’s, our award-winning restaurant.
- A beach bar was opened as the location for Rick’s Bar in the TV series “Magnum P.I.” The bar is now The Kāhala O Ke Kai, which serves as a beautiful oceanfront function room.
- The hotel’s floors contain 3 acres of Thai-teak parquetry, while the lobby chandeliers feature 28,000 multi-colored pieces of Italian fused glass.
For more information or to book your stay, visit kahalaresort.com
